Senior Investment Analyst, Private Debt​/Distressed

As a team member in Finance at Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, the opportunities are endless! Let Nationwide help create your career journey! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

The hired associate must reside within 35 miles of the following location:

Columbus:
One Nationwide Plaza, Columbus OH, 43215

Work schedule:

3 days in office, 2 days remote.

This role does not qualify for employer sponsored work authorization. Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.

Nationwide’s vision is to be the most trusted, most caring and most customer‑focused protection company. We exist to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care. The Nationwide Investments team manages approximately $160 billion and strives to combine client focus, investment discipline and teamwork to deliver superior results.

• Working under direct supervision to assist in the underwriting of new funds and co‑investments, monitoring existing book of fund/SMAs exposure and co‑investments as part of a collaborative team
• Provide input into the analysis of existing portfolio of funds, SMAs and co‑investment exposure
• Assist with the review of structure and negotiation of terms
• Assist with completion of legal documentation with internal and external legal counsel
• Support the analysis of geopolitical impacts
• Take an active role in the development of investment theses materials for investment committee presentation
• Assist with the ongoing monitoring of the securities portfolio
• Review credit and sector fundamentals
• Assist with the early identification of emerging issues or risks
• Collaborate with other departments regarding relative value, sector analysis, asset class dynamics and portfolio construction
• Develop and maintain relationships with external business partners for deal flow and market color
• Create streamlined reporting and produce portfolio reports as needed
• Assist with data management and maintenance

May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Asset Class Senior Investment Professional

Education:

Bachelor’s degree with MBA preferable. Chartered Financial Analyst desired.

Experience:

4 to 7 years of related investment experience.

• Solid understanding of fixed income and financial concepts
• Understanding of economics and capital markets
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving capabilities
• High energy, positive attitude, collaborative and team oriented
• Composed and decisive under pressure or when challenged
• Driven, self‑motivated, and intellectually inquisitive
• Creative, organized, responsive, and detail oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to build constructive and effective relationships
• Intermediate to advanced skills with Excel and other Office applications
• General understanding of technology including databases and other data analysis applications
• Proficiency with fixed income analytics applications

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and HR Business Partner.

Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Not Eligible (Exempt)

Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Due to the fiduciary accountabilities within this job, a valid credit check and/or background check will be required as part of the selection process.

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time…